Did You Know...

...that approximately 3,179,425 Canadians of German ethnicity are in Canada?

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Welcome to the German Heritage of Lunenburg County website! This site has been created as a resource to help you learn about the influences of German Canadian culture in Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia.

Since 1753, settlers have been moving to Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia to live, work and play. They came and are continuing to come from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and other German Speaking countries. Our German ancestors have, in many ways, shaped the culture and traditions of the people who live here – from surnames, to recipes, holiday celebrations and other traditions.

As a result of these influences, the county offers numerous events and activities around the region to celebrate our rich German Canadian heritage.

With this site we wish to promote these German Heritage events throughout Lunenburg County, and offer a variety of opportunities to experience unique things to do in the area.

As you view the site, we hope you will consider some of the tasty recipes, consider our traditions and take part in the German Canadian celebrations happening throughout Lunenburg County!